Citizens Participation Committee Regular Meeting | June 18, 2026

The City of Edmond's Citizens Participation Committee held a regular meeting on June 18, 2026, primarily focused on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan for 2026. The committee reviewed the proposed budget of $567,780, which allocates funds mainly to housing rehabilitation, administrative costs, and public services, with a public comment period starting June 22. They discussed the potential use of a Section 108 loan from HUD to support affordable housing projects, specifically the Gardenia Apartments. The developer requested a $500,000 forgivable loan to cover increased project costs, and the committee voted to move forward with the loan application process for city council consideration, noting the need for further financial analysis on future budget impacts. The meeting also included scheduling discussions for the next meeting and suggestions for future agenda topics related to housing and fair housing services.